Churachandpur: Lovely Vacation-spot amidst the Hills
Churachandpur which is also locally called ‘Lamka’ meaning ‘place situated at a road junction’ is a hilly town in Manipur. Situated at a distance of about 60 kilometers from the state capital Imphal which is also the nearest airport, the town is well-connected by road with other parts of the state.
Some major attractions of Churachandpur include Tipaimukh- a meeting point of Barak river and Tuivai River, the majestic Kaihlam Hill Range near Tipaimukh and Khuga Dam- where you can enjoy the beauty of the artificial lake which is a part of the dam.
Ngaloi, a small village near the town named after the mesmerizing Ngaloi falls is known for its greenery and beautiful scenery. Nature-lovers should definitely visit this place! Tonglon Cave and Behiang are two other places that offer some wonderfully picturesque views of amazing natural beauty.
Best months to pay a visit to Churachandpur are between October and March, as the weather is great during this time. You will find it interesting that it is one of those districts of India which have a high literacy rate of around 85%! Rich in arts and craft, you will find plenty of beautifully crafted bamboo or wooden products in local markets and other tribal items like shawls to shop here. General weather of this destination is Moderate. This destination is of type City.